Mugen spoke recently with the host of the Guru Viking podcast, Steve James, to discuss his latest book release, Liberating the Self: Buddhist Practices for an Authentic Life as well as:
- The importance of working with personality structures even after Buddhist awakening
- Methods to resolve trauma and destructive patterns to unlock hidden spiritual strength
- The dangers of seeking enlightenment without tending to one’s personality patterns and trauma
- Reflections on the inner experience of enlightened Zen masters who also behaved questionably
- Advice for teachers and practitioners who express that they no longer need to practice
- Mugen’s approach to retreats and 1:1 teaching
You can view recording below or stream audio here: https://www.guruviking.com/podcast/ep298-liberating-the-self-stephen-snyder
Related
See Programs and Meditation Retreats for related mentoring programs and meditation retreats.
See Personality Work to learn more about topics related to this book.

